WARSAW — A driver was injured after a vehicle struck a trailer and carport at Green Acres Mobile Home Court in Warsaw. The accident occurred shortly before 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25. Initial dispatch reports said a vehicle struck a residence at 1692 E. CR 200N, Lot 180, Warsaw. Two vehicles sustained damage in the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School announced it has been chosen as one of a few recipients of the German American Partnership Program “School of Distinction” school plaque award, for its exceptional partnership in fostering long-term German American youth exchange between the U.S. and Germany. The GAPP “School of Distinction” school plaque award is sponsored by …read more.

By Denise Keller Adult Programming Administrator The following programs are set to take place in February at the Warsaw Community Public Library, according to a news release from the library Winter Reading Program continues until Feb. 29, 2020. WorkOne is hosting computer and resume/interviewing classes. Contact the library for details. Chess Club meets from 10-1p.m. …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace Theological Seminary will host a faculty book signing for Dean of Seminary, Dr. Freddy Cardoza’s book, “Christian Education,” on Monday, Jan. 27, from 3 to 4 p.m. The signing will take place in the William Male Center Lobby, 999 College Ave., Winona Lake. There will be a short program followed by …read more.

Cameron Wayne Hackworth spent 47 days filling his parents’ hearts with love. He was born on Dec. 6, 2019, in Huntington, to Timothy W. Hackworth and Leah M. (Anderson) Ortiz, Kimmell. He was called to Heaven at 3:20 a.m. Jan. 22, 2020. Although his life was short, he filled his parents’ hearts with a lifetime …read more.

Bret Raymond Shepler, Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly at 10:58 a.m. Friday, Jan. 24, at his residence at the age of 60. He was born on May 16, 1959, in Warsaw, to Bettylee (Forrester) Shepler and Harold Raymond Shepler. He was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County, where he was a 1978 graduate of Warsaw High …read more.

Betty Jean Miller, 73, Macy, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 10:33 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020, at her residence. On Aug. 29, 1946, Betty Ogle was born in Rochester. She was a treasured daughter of Russell and Helen McClaran Ogle. As one of eight children, she lived her entire …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Public Library hosts a screening of the documentary “Eva: A-7063” for the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, Jan. 27. Eva Kor was a long-time Indiana resident, forgiveness and unity ambassador and a childhood survivor of Auschwitz concentration camp. The 75th anniversary of the camp’s liberation is Jan. 27, said a news release from …read more.

Just a few short years ago, Curtis Hill, the former Elkhart County Prosecutor, was a rising star in Indiana Republican politics, but allegations of a drunken groping incident nearly three years ago appear to have diminished his standing. The race for attorney general appears to be shaping into a wide-open race with challengers from both …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in finding people wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The age listed for …read more.

UPDATE: This Silver Alert was cancelled at noon Tuesday, Jan. 28. GOSHEN – Goshen Police are investigating the disappearance of Dennis L. Heminger, a 75-year-old white man. He is 5 feet, 6 inches tall, weighs 181 pounds and has gray hair with gray eyes. He was last seen wearing a lightweight grey jacket, dark-colored t-shirt, …read more.

WARSAW — On Jan. 15, Hoosier Lakes Radio Club held its yearly banquet at the Wyndham Garden, Warsaw. Club President Gary McDaniel (R) of Mentone, presented Loren Melton (L), CLaypool, the Ham of the year award for his public service, emergency preparedness and dedication to amateur radio. Gary McDaniel (L) presented Lyle Long (R), Pierceton, …read more.

Boys basketball results from Friday, Jan. 24.

PLYMOUTH — Wawasee’s Warriors earned a thrilling, 48-46 NLC victory at Plymouth Friday night.

WINONA LAKE – Jay and Jeff Mathisen are the latest inductees into the Lakeland Christian Academy Athletic Hall of Fame.

WARSAW — Titiksha Gorhe, a sixth-grade student in Mrs. Henry’s class, is Lincoln Elementary School’s spelling bee winner. Gorhe won with the word “skeuomorph,” which is defined as an object or feature which imitates the design of a similar artifact made from another material. Gorhe’s parents are Devendra and Pradnya Gorhe, Warsaw. The runner-up of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Employees who do more than what is expected will often get the attention of their supervisor. This has been proven true again by Terrance Egolf, a senior student at Wawasee High School who is an intern at the Oakwood Resort in Syracuse. Egolf’s quality of work was also noticed by Jon Everingham, director …read more.

WARSAW — A woman lost her job at a local nursing home and is facing charges after allegedly allowing an off-duty employee access to a locked medication cart.  Casey Lynn Guzman, 52, 139 E. Baker St., Warsaw, is charged with dispensing a legend drug illegally, a level 6 felony; and aiding, inducing or causing theft, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Town of Winona Lake celebrated the opening of the Winona Lake K21 Limitless Park Restrooms with a ribbon-cutting, Friday morning, Jan. 24. Representatives from the town council, Parks and Recreation Department, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, NGN Construction, and local financial institutions attended. The bank of heated restrooms opened in mid-December. The …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Whitley County The following people were booked in the Whitley County Jail:

NOTRE DAME — The body of 21-year-old Annrose Jerry, a University of Notre Dame senior, was found in Saint Mary’s Lake on Friday, Jan. 24. Police had issued a Silver Alert Thursday night, saying she had not been seen since Tuesday night. According to a story from Notre Dame News, Reverend John I. Jenkins, president …read more.

WARSAW —Students in the Warsaw Community High School theatre department will perform together at a state conference at Franklin Central High School in Indianapolis on Saturday, Jan. 25. In 2019, the theatre department placed second at a regional competition and went to state. This year, students placed first at regionals on Dec. 7 at Maconaquah …read more.

Norma Edene Denault passed away at 10:52 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, at her daughter’s home in Warsaw, at the age of 84. Norma was born on Aug. 30, 1935, to Edward and Myrtle Brinkman and she has one sister, Carol Churilla. She graduated from Herscher High School in 1953. Norma married Raymond Denault …read more.

MISHAWAKA — Two Indiana State Troopers made two different traffic stops on the Indiana Toll Road on Tuesday, Jan. 21, that resulted in over 2 1/2 pounds of marijuana being located. According to an ISP press release, just after midnight on Jan. 21, Trooper Benjamin Walker stopped a 2011 Chevrolet for an equipment violation as …read more.

Helen Sue Bryant, 76, peacefully passed away Thursday, January 23. She was born April 7, 1943 in Jenkins, Ky.; Helen was the daughter of Fred and Ola Mae Baldwin. On Jan. 23, 1965 in Clintwood, Va., Helen married Bobby R Bryant who served in the Korean War. She is survived by her children Fred Mullins, …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 6:14 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, 3800 block Lake City Highway, Warsaw. A representative for Hei Utility Contractors reported the theft of a mirror from a vehicle. Value: $300. 10:16 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2400 block Jalynn St., Warsaw. A representative for Lowe’s reported the …read more.

Fulton County Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 4:11 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, SR 14, west of CR 850W. Driver: Patrick J. Clevenger, 38, Rochester. Hit deer. 7:32 a.m. Monday, Jan. 20, CR 450N, west of US 31. Driver: Lisa Brooks, 47, Rochester. Hit deer. 12:54 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, …read more.

ETNA GREEN — After about 28 years, Etna Township has decided to end its partnership with Bourbon Public Library. According to Bourbon Public Library Director Nicholas Treber, the library first became aware of Etna Township Trustee Rita Anglin deciding to end the partnership on Jan. 9. Etna Township is on the west side of Kosciusko …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Several local organizations and Claypool residents gathered for a discussion on childcare in the Claypool and Silver Lake area on Thursday, Jan. 23. The meeting, which was held at Claypool Elementary School, focused on the funding required to create a childcare space within the school itself, as well as the overall need and …read more.

BEAVER DAM LAKE – A pre-dawn fire that destroyed a home along the southeast side of Beaver Dam Lake melted the siding on three nearby homes. The fire at 9719 S. CR 750W started at about 5:49 a.m. Friday, Jan. 24, according to Kevin McSherry, the Burket Volunteer Fire Department fire chief. The home is …read more.

CHICAGO  — A second case of coronavirus has been confirmed in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said.

WARSAW — Twenty-six educators from Warsaw Community Schools recently attended a 2 1/2 day workshop featuring Paul Bambrick-Santoyo in January. According to a press release, the workshop was part of the ongoing Partnership for Leaders in Education program with the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business and Curry School of Education. Attendees gained valuable …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:    

Terry A. Korb, 60, Warsaw, passed away at 8:20 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, in Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center. Terry was born on Nov. 28, 1959, in Warsaw, to William and Helen (Harmon) Korb. Terry was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. He graduated from Tippecanoe Valley High School in 1979. He worked as …read more.

WARSAW — Da-Lite/Legrand recently donated 10 LEGO Education Renewable Energy kits to Jefferson Elementary School. According to a press release, fourth-grade students in Angela Luecke’s and Marc Andrews’ classes are using these kits to explore a project about renewable sources of energy. Students listened to a presentation from a speaker in the field and are …read more.

Norman W. “Dick” Rhodes, 93, Warsaw, passed away at 11:32 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020, at Goshen Hospital. He was born on Oct. 5, 1926, in Pierceton, to John A. and Martha L. (Roberts) Rhodes. He graduated in 1944 from North Webster High School, was a United States Army veteran, and lived most of …read more.

Carl Salesman Jr., 88, Columbia City, died at 8:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020, at Hospice Home, Fort Wayne. He was born Sept. 5, 1931, in Thorncreek Township, Whitley County, Indiana, a son of the late Carl and Fannie J. (Herron) Salesman, Sr. His formative years were spent in Thorncreek Twp., where he attended Thorncreek …read more.

Ruth D. (Rehak) Frederick, 95, North Manchester, passed away at 5:45 p.m., Jan. 22, 2020, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center, North Manchester. Ruth was born in Wabash, to Valentine “Faldy” and Cora (Snyder) Rehak on Sept. 20, 1924. On March 28, 1942, Ruth married Arnold A. Frederick, he later passed away on Oct. 23, 1994, after …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in locating individuals responsible for a burglary at South Shore Golf Club at Syracuse. According to a Crime Stoppers press release, the KCSO responded to an alarm at the golf club on Jan. 12. When deputies arrived, they located a shattered glass door that the …read more.

WHITLEY COUNTY — Purdue Extension — Whitley County will be offering a ServSafe Food Manager certification exam at 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at the Purdue Extension Office, 424 Branch Court, Columbia City. As of Jan. 1, 2005, all retail food establishments in Indiana must have at least one certified food handler in their employment. …read more.

WARSAW — JB’s Furniture is offering 5 years interest free financing on Tempurpedic Mattresses and adjustable bases this month. From now until January 31st, you can finance the most highly recommended mattress in America and an adjustable base for up to 5 years without any interest charges — and a $300 gift certificate you can …read more.

WARSAW – Spots are filling up as Warsaw Little League is currently open for registration for the 2020 season.

NORTH JUDSON – Tippecanoe Valley escaped North Judson with a pair of swim wins Thursday night.

SIDNEY – Three positions in Sidney town government and a vacancy in Jackson Township’s Advisory Board were filled through political appointments Thursday night, Jan. 23. Swift action by Democrats and Republicans ended a ten-day period in which Sidney’s town government had been left with just one elected official after three resigned earlier in the month. …read more.

Basketball results for Thursday, Jan. 23.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College will celebrate its most recent national champion on Saturday.

UPDATE: This Silver Alert was cancelled on Friday, Jan. 24. NOTRE DAME – Police are investigating the disappearance of Annrose Jerry, a 21-year-old Asian female, according to Indiana State Police. She is 5-feet, 5-inches tall, 150 pounds, and has black hair with black eyes. She was last seen wearing an ankle-length gray quilted coat over …read more.

WARSAW – Four vehicles were involved in a crash around 5:30 p.m. that temporarily closed westbound traffic on US 30 Thursday night, Jan 23. Exactly what happened was unclear and all four vehicles – a silver Chevy Malibu, a red minivan, a black Toyota and a black GMC Sierra pickup truck were spaced distantly around …read more.

By MEGHAN SMITH Marketing and Outreach Specialist, The Watershed Foundation NORTH WEBSTER — We live in a beautiful community abundant with lakes, rivers and streams and TWF’s annual “Picture Your Watershed” photo contest gives local photographers a chance to show it off. In 2019, The Watershed Foundation asked the community: “What does Lake Life look …read more.

UPDATE: This Silver Alert has been canceled as of Friday, Jan. 24. For more information on this cancellation, contact the Crown Point Police Department.   CROWN POINT — A statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a mother and son from Crown Point. The Crown Point Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Caneesha Ellis, …read more.

NEW BUFFALO, MICH. — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi’s Four Winds Casinos will host Willie Nelson at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center at 8 p.m. Sunday, April 26. Ticket prices for the show range from $99 to $179, plus applicable fees, and can be purchased online at www.fourwindscasino.com beginning at 10 a.m. …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Healthy Essence, the student-run massage clinic at Ivy Tech Community College’s Fort Wayne campus, will open to the public this semester from Feb. 3 to May 1. Students from the Therapeutic Massage program will provide hour-long, full-body relaxation massages. Requests accepted by phone beginning Jan. 23, said a news release from Ivy …read more.

MITCHELL COUNTY, N.C. — Sometimes honesty is the best policy. Especially when it comes to cats.

Eugene H. Sarber, 95, passed away at Mason’s Healthcare in Warsaw, on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020.  He was born in Mentone, to Esther and Elmer Sarber.  He married the former Betty Jean Cain on June 1, 1946. She died on July 29, 1990. He married Maria Brack on Aug. 30, 1991. She died on Jan. …read more.

BUTLER — On Wednesday, Jan. 22, detectives from the Indiana State Police Fort Wayne Post concluded a criminal investigation of a local massage business in Butler, which resulted in the owner being arrested on a charge of rape. James Whitman, 57, Butler, is the owner and massage therapist for Butler Creative Touch Massage. Whitman is …read more.

MIDDLEBURY – Northridge junior Elsa Fretz was notified this week of three club swim times ranking within the top 100 in the world.

WINONA LAKE – LCA senior Parker Stewart signed with Indiana Wesleyan to continue his soccer career.

NEW PARIS — On Jan. 20, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development received a warn notice that local Merchant Metals, LLC, 71347 County Road 23, New Paris, will be closing its facility. The closure is expected to be permanent.

PIERCETON – The meeting schedule for tonight, Thursday, Jan. 23, to discuss the creation of a fire territory in and near Pierceton has been canceled. The meeting was supposed to involve members of Pierceton Town Council and representatives of Washington and Monroe townships. There had been some difference of opinion on whether the meeting should …read more.

Helen S. Bryant, 76, Leesburg, passed away at 12:40 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020, in Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

WARSAW — A Silver Lake man was charged with theft after allegedly manipulating scrap metal scales. Benjamin L. Guzman, 27, 202 East Walnut Street, Silver Lake, was booked on a warrant for theft, a level 6 felony. On Sept. 19, 2019, police responded to a report of theft at Lewis Salvage in Warsaw. The officer …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Fort Wayne International Airport is celebrated its tenth year of consecutive passenger growth in 2019. Over the last ten years, FWA has experienced consecutive year-over-year growth. This includes breaking the all-time record for passenger traffic traveling through the airport in 2016, only to break that record again in 2017, again in 2018, …read more.

Scott Humphries, assistant professor of music and director of instrumental studies and music education at Manchester University, has been named the 2020 Outstanding Collegiate Music Educator by the Indiana Music Education Association. He conducts the University’s bands and Wabash County’s Manchester Symphony Orchestra. He also is principal conductor of the Fort Wayne Area Community Band, …read more.

WARSAW — A Silver Lake woman received a 30-month suspended sentence on Wednesday, Jan. 22, for switching barcodes on items at Walmart. Shelby Lynne Learned, 28, 3531 W. SR 14, Silver Lake, was charged with making a false sales document, a level 6 felony. Three additional charges of making a false sales document and one …read more.

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Canterbury House Apartments v. Shonda Aguilar, $6,000 Helvey & Associates Inc. v. Karen Aguon, $2,430.16 Rhonda Banghart, $1,925.97 Brenda Leeks, $1,891.69 Josh Lemler, $1,609.52 Jennifer May, $2,154.48 Donna Swihart, $1,521.13 IOM Health System LP v. Shanna …read more.

Norman W. “Dick” Rhodes, 93, Warsaw, passed away at 11:32 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020 at Goshen Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

SYRACUSE — The ice is officially safe to skate at the Schrock Athletic Complex, 900 W. Brooklyn St., Syracuse.

WARSAW — In 2007, Young Adult Professionals was formed by Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce to, as the website states, “Show young people coming into the community what we have to offer in Kosciusko County and provide additional opportunities for them.” Since then, YAP has done just that. “YAP opened my eyes to what we …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation is seeking to establish a group that will focus on improving broadband access in the county. KEDCo CEO Alan Tio and Terry Burnworth, owner of Pyramid Consulting, Indianapolis, hosted a meeting at the Justice Building with local elected officials Wednesday, Jan. 22. Tio discussed the steps necessary …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — On Jan. 15, 2020, the House Education Committee advanced a  bill by State Rep. Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) that would add flexibility for education regulations and licensure renewal requirements. Jordan’s legislation would empower local schools to determine which education laws and requirements work best for their districts by applying for a waiver with the State Board of …read more.

WINONA LAKE – An Anne Secrest putback helped IWU sink Grace, 66-62, Wednesday night at the MOCC.

Basketball results for Wednesday, Jan. 22.

FULTON COUNTY — The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Fulton County Crimestoppers are requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Fulton County Crimestoppers at (574) 223-7867. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of …read more.

FORT WAYNE – Wawasee will entertain East Noble in May as part of the Parkview Sports Medicine Baseball Series at Parkview Field.

Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail:   Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility:

PIERCETON — A Fort Wayne man faces several criminal charges after allegedly threatening a woman multiple times and then setting the woman’s boyfriend’s vehicle on fire. Rodney Logan Shepherd, 39, 1714 W. Fourth St., Fort Wayne, is charged with two counts of stalking, both level 5 felonies; arson and intimidation, both level 6 felonies; invasion …read more.

WARSAW — To increase awareness of cervical cancer prevention and treatment, two expert physicians will host a free educational brunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, at the Parkview Warsaw Center for Healthy Living. Parkview Cancer Institute physician Scott Goodrich and Parkview Warsaw OB/GYN Caitlyn Ryser will share the most current research …read more.

SIDNEY – Two candidates have applied for two openings in the Sidney town government, according to Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Mike Ragan. Republicans are expected to fill two town positions in a caucus on Thursday, Jan. 23, after hosting another caucus needed to fill a Jackson Township vacancy. Etta J. Hurd, 206 W. Arthur St., …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) filed for re-election to continue representing Indiana’s 2nd District in Congress. “As a lifelong Hoosier, I’m grateful to be able to fight for the hardworking people of Indiana’s 2nd District,” Walorski said. “Politicians in Washington are trying to divide the country with a radical agenda and a partisan impeachment …read more.

By Darla McCammon In the last two weeks, I have taken you to the island of Kauai to occupy your time and escape this dreary January weather. This week, we’re going to talk about something else that people use to occupy their time in the often gloomy winter weather: jigsaw puzzles. Jigsaw puzzles were first …read more.

Enno F. Schmidt, 83, Wabash, passed away at 3:11 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20, 2020. He was born in Miami County on June 14, 1936, to Otto and Pauline (Burrous) Schmidt. Enno married Janet on Nov. 19, 1961. He served in the United States Army.  He retired from being an engineer for the Soil Conservation …read more.

David A. Ohlwine, 75, North Manchester, passed at 8:50 a.m., Monday, Jan. 20, 2020, at the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home of Fort Wayne. David was born on May 9, 1944 in Columbia City, to the late Charles and Virginia (Kemery) Ohlwine. He married on June 13, 1974, in Chicago, Illinois to Jean Rinehart, she …read more.

Betty J. Miller, 73, Macy, passed away at 10:33 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020, at her residence. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. Penny Lou Who Penny Lou Who is so excited to meet you. She is a one-year-old, spayed, female American Staffordshire Bull Terrier, weighing 45 pounds. Penny has a white coat with red patches …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Having the flu is miserable. And what comes along with it is often even worse.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Board of Realtors presented the Beaman Home with a check for $10,000 at a meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 15. The check was presented to Jennifer Hayes, executive director, Beaman Home, according to a news release. The monies were raised at KBOR’s 2019 Christmas party on Dec. 5 through silent and live …read more.

WARSAW — Less than four years after opening, Parkview Warsaw announced plans Wednesday to expand its existing facility to a full-service hospital. Plans include space for up to 30 inpatient beds, surgical services and additional specialty care, said a news release from Parkview Warsaw. As inpatient services become available, the facility will be renamed Parkview …read more.

WARSAW – The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce recently announced that former Member Relations Manager, Trisha Steger will be transitioning into a redefined role as the Main Street Coordinator for Warsaw Community Development Corporation (WCDC). In her role, Steger will be working toward fulfilling the mission of WCDC, to future encourage economic development in downtown Warsaw, …read more.

Norma Lee Robins, 90, Rochester, passed away at 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20, 2020, at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. On July 3, 1929, Norma Lee Bussert was born in Mishawaka. She was a treasured daughter of Palmer and Lola Calloway Bussert. Growing up, she shared her childhood with a sister, Marily.  In 1948, Norma …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Sherry Searles, LaunchPad director, addressed the Claypool Town Council on Tuesday, Jan. 21, regarding a meeting that will explore the possibility of establishing a childcare center at Claypool Elementary School. LaunchPad is the Child Care and Early Learning Coalition that was created to help solve the childcare crisis in Kosciusko County. There will …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail: Whitley County The following person was …read more.

Marilyn J. Johnson, 87, of Scottsdale, Ariz., formerly of Minneapolis passed away peacefully on Jan. 15, 2020. Marilyn graduated from Hamline University in 1953 with a degree in education. She devoted over 20 years to teaching elementary children in both Seattle, Wash. and Warsaw. Upon retiring from teaching, Marilyn choose a new career in real …read more.

PIERCETON – Representatives of Pierceton town council and Monroe and Washington townships will meet Thursday night in an executive session to discuss the formation of a fire district. The three entities are in the early stages of considering a fire district, but are still in the information collection stage, according to Dean Rhoades, Washington Township …read more.

WABASH—The Honeywell Foundation announced that the Eagles Theatre is just weeks away from re-opening. Located in downtown Wabash, the theater has been under renovation for more than two years — a project that has transformed the 114-year-old building, said a news release from the Honeywell Foundation. Originally constructed in 1906, the Eagles Theatre entertained crowds …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College inducted 28 juniors and seniors to the Alpha Chi Honor Society in a ceremony on Jan. 18. These high-achieving students have earned the top 10% of GPAs across all disciplines at Grace. They join nearly 11,000 students inducted annually into Alpha Chi from across the country, said a news release …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council started 2020 off with a swearing-in ceremony by Town Attorney Jack Birch. President Lisa Strombeck and council members David Waliczek and Dan Thystrup followed by Clerk-Treasurer Alice E. “Betsy” Luce took the oath of office to defend the United States and Indiana constitutions. Council approved two purchases suggested …read more.

  Syracuse — It took the Syracuse Town Council just 16 minutes to complete it’s business Tuesday night, Jan. 21, during its first meeting of the year. Mike Noe, town manager, requested the council approve Police Chief Jim Layne to be appointed to the Syracuse Redevelopment Commission to replace Dan VanLue who recently passed away. …read more.

A motorist passes through the intersection at CR 250E and Pierceton Road, on Tuesday, Jan. 21, in Winona Lake, where the town plans to construct a roundabout. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WINONA LAKE — Roundabouts dominated discussion at the Winona Lake Town Council meeting, Tuesday night, Jan. 21. The council approved an agreement for …read more.